The harmony and calm that you appreciate while kayaking alone is the prize gotten for carrying around a ton of weighty stuff. On the off chance that you paddle without help from anyone else, you are, obviously, expected to lift and convey your kayak without help from anyone else Anyway, how would you lift a …
We get to wondering at some time early in our paddling lives, perhaps while we’re nearing the end of a long paddling day but still a few miles from the takeout. “”What if I didn’t have to go home?” we ponder, attentively caressing our stubbled chins. What if I had everything I needed to eat, …
Packing a sea kayak for camping is a little more complicated than you may anticipate. So let’s have a look at the finest tips for keeping your kayak balanced while also fitting everything you need onboard. Before you start putting things in your kayak, one of the best things you can do is group items …
Kayak paddles may not be the most interesting piece of kayaking gear, but that doesn’t make them any less necessary than, say, your ‘yak. It’s what gets you from point A to point B, after all. You’ll just drift around aimlessly without a way to get there if you don’t have one. Furthermore, an improperly …
Solo kayakers must be slightly more prepared and vigilant than other paddlers. If something unexpected happens to you while you’re out on the water, you’ll need to be prepared with the necessary skills, knowledge, and safety equipment. How Do I Kayak By Myself? The first step in solo kayaking is to accept the reality that …
“Is there an elegant method to enter and exit my kayak?” Many of you may be disappointed by the response. There is no true graceful way to get into and out of a kayak, but with practice and expertise, it becomes easier and more effortless. Here are a few pointers and practices to help you …
Kayaking is a fantastic sport to participate in. It’s plenty of opportunities to enjoy nature’s beauty on a tranquil lake or the excitement of whitewater rafting on a raging river. However, there are two unavoidable facts about kayaking: your kayak is on water, and it will ultimately tip over and deposit you in that water. …
How well you care for your inflatable can have a direct impact on how long it lasts. Wear and tear are normal, and they are designed to withstand moderate use and abuse. However, after paddling inflatable kayaks for over a decade, I’ve discovered that there are things you can do to extend the life and …
If you plan on kayaking in turbulent conditions, learning how to drain water out of a kayak is an excellent skill to have. If you’re going kayaking alone, you’ll need to know how to empty the water out of your kayak. Draining on my own! Emptying a kayak full of water while on the water …
A single recreational kayak weighs 35 pounds (16 kilograms), a tandem kayak 65 pounds (27 kilograms), and fishing kayaks can weigh up to 120 pounds (54 kg). Kayaks often range in weight from 20 pounds (9 kg) to over 100 pounds (45 kg). Obviously, the weight of your kayak will be determined by your intended …